Digitisation Project Manager

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Location: Perth
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Position No: 16263
Closing Date: 2024-06-05 4:00 PM
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-About UsThe State Library of Western Australia plays a key role in empowering Western Australian individuals and communities, transforming their lives by connecting them to information and ideas. The State Library collects materials of international significance to capture, preserve and tell the stories of WA’s rich history. It also delivers a wide range of services, programs and events to inspire creativity, curiosity and support lifelong learning.We are seeking a talented and motivated Project Manager to lead the State Library’s strategic Digitisation Project to preserve and make accessible at-risk audio and audiovisual heritage collections.The project began in July 2022 and will transform the Library’s extensive audio and audio-visual collections into a digital archive, safeguarded for current and future use by the WA community and beyond. The project will end in June 2026.We are an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace equity and diversity. We value the unique diversity of experience that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, members of our LGBTQIA+ community, women and youth bring to our workforce.We strongly encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply and as a measure to achieve equality these applicants may be given preference during the recruitment process.People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.Visit our website for more information on the State Library and what we do.VacancyWe have a full-time, fixed term Digitisation Project Manager role available for a period of 24 months.If you are found suitable, but not recommended for the vacancy, you may be considered for similar vacancies in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of Commissioner's Instruction No 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy.The RoleThis position is responsible for the effective management, planning, and coordination of a transformative audio and audiovisual Digitisation Project. Responsibilities include:

• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, resources, and risks.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and liaise with internal and external stakeholders to effectively deliver project outcomes.
• Track and report on key project activities and deliverables.
• Contribute to the development of improved discovery of digitised audio-visual material and identify opportunities for promotion and publicity.

For further details on the position and the Essential Work Related Requirements you are encouraged to read the attached Job Description Form (JDF). You can also contact Manager Collection Care, Sophie Farrar on (08) 9724 3204.Reasonable AdjustmentWe provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment processes to allow people with a disability to participate effectively. Reasonable adjustments can also be made available to assist you in the job, if you are successful in gaining employment.You can let us know about any reasonable adjustment you may need please contact Manager Collection Care, Sophie Farrar on (08) 9724 3204.How to ApplySelect the 'Apply for Job’ button at the top / bottom of the screen. Your application should include: * a current CV with the contact details of two work related referees

• a document (maximum 3 pages) that details your experience, skills and abilities in relation to the following Essential Work Related Requirements listed in the Job Description Form (JDF):

• Role Specific
• Shapes and Manages Strategy
• Achieves Results
• Builds Productive Relationships

Please also address the Desirable Work Related Requirements, as applicable.Please note the closing date and time and allow yourself enough time to apply online as lodgement is system generated. Late applications will not be accepted.For technical difficulties while applying online, phone the helpline on 1300 733 056 (option 3) during business hours.For tips on how to prepare your application visit:Pre-Employment Integrity ChecksSo the community can be confident in our staff and the services we provide to the community we carry out pre-employment integrity checks. As part of this process suitable candidates will be asked to provide:

• ID documents that prove their identity and any name changes.
• Documents that prove they are an Australian citizen or hold permanent residency (or hold a valid working visa covering the term of the fixed term contract).
• A National Police Clearance Certificate (no older than 6 months).
• Two referees (a line manager is preferred) that can verify their employment history, including their role and responsibilities, conduct, performance and reasons for leaving.

Depending on the role there may be additional checks, which include:

• Confirmation of educational qualifications and professional memberships applicable to the position with the issuing organisation.